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How do you make a new series on AO3?
You can add a new work to a series as you are posting the work. On the Post New Work page, find the “Associations” section and select “This work is part of a series”. You can add the work to an existing series by selecting it from the menu, or create a new series by entering a new series name in the field provided.
How do you make your own collection on AO3?
To create a collection, go to your AO3 profile, then to ‘Collections’, and click ‘New Collection’. This will take you to the long form shown to the right (click on the image to see a larger version). Fortunately, you don’t need to fill out the entire thing in order to create your collection.
How do you make multiple chapters on AO3?
In the Associations section of the Post or Edit Work pages, you can select “This work has multiple chapters”. This will give you the option to say how many chapters the work will have (if you know already) and to enter a title for your first chapter.
How do you make a list on AO3?
Begin entering the name of the collection(s) in the “Add to collections” field. An autocomplete list of collection names will appear for you to choose from. Select the desired collection from the list, and then select “Edit” or “Create”.
Can you subscribe to a series on AO3?
How do I subscribe to, or unsubscribe from, a work or series? Navigate to the work or series page you wish to subscribe to and select the “Subscribe” button near the top of the page to start receiving emails when a new chapter or installment is posted.
Can you write original stories on AO3?
Can I archive original fiction? Yes and no. Although some users may want a place for all their creative work, our current vision of the Archive is of a place dedicated to fanworks in particular.
How do I add a story to a collection on AO3?
To add someone else’s work to a collection you own or moderate:
- Scroll to the end of the work or chapter, and select the “Add To Collections” button.
- Enter the collection name in the “Collection name(s)” field.
- Choose the collection(s) you want, and then select the “Add” button.
How do I claim a prompt on AO3?
You can browse all the prompts in a challenge by going to the collection’s home page, e.g. http://archiveofourown.org/collections/collectionname and accessing ‘Prompts’ (usually displayed in the left-hand menu). When you see one you like, just select ‘Claim’.
What is an AO3 series?
Archive of Our Own On Archive of Our Own (AO3), users can make profiles, create works and other Content, post comments, give Kudos, create Collections and Bookmarks, participate in Challenges, import works, and more.
How many stories are on AO3?
If it doesn’t matter, or they aren’t connected (in the same fic universe), put them in a collection. So, some examples and why they’re organized the way they are: In the series, Actually, I Do Make the Rules , I have six separate stories.
What work has the most hits on AO3?
The story with the most hits (over 4.6 million as of December 5, 2021) is “All the Young Dudes”, set in the decades preceding the events of the Harry Potter books with a queer spin on the relationship between Sirius Black and Remus Lupin.
Is a03 just fanfiction?
Archive of Our Own (AO3) is a nonprofit open source repository for fanfiction (fics) and other fanworks contributed by users. The site has received positive reception for its curation, organization and design, mostly done by readers and writers of fanfiction.
How do I create a new work Draft on AO3?
To learn more about drafts and how they work on AO3, please refer to the Posting and Editing FAQ. Go to the Post menu and choose “New Work”. This is located at the top right of the screen next to your user name. This takes you to the New Work page, where you can add your work’s content and other information.
How do I add a new book to a series?
Click on the series name in its title. Click on edit to open the series for editing. Click add book, search for the new book, and add it. Save the series. Find a new book in the series. Open it’s edit page, scroll down to series, and click add. Put in the same series name. Save the series. This will not add the book to the existing series!
How many categories are there on AO3?
There are 6 categories of works on AO3. An interpretation of the abbreviations is below; however, the exact definitions of these vary from fandom to fandom and fan to fan. Use whichever you feel are applicable, or else none:
How do I add a co-creator to a series?
To make someone a co-creator, go to the Edit Series page and select the “Add co-authors” checkbox. Enter your co-creator’s user name or pseud in the field provided. You can use the autocomplete suggestions to make sure you’re getting their correct user name or pseud.